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# Lair o’ the Bear Park

Jefferson · Jefferson County Parks & Open Space

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Visitor informationTrails & roads

### Lair o’ the Bear Park: Rutabaga Ride

Park-specific information

- [Rutabaga Ride](https://colorado-parks.com/parks/lair-o-the-bear-park)

Rutabaga Ride is a directional, bike-only trail. Hikers should select another route on the official park map.

[Read the official notice: Jefferson County Parks & Open Space ↗](https://www.jeffco.us/1254)Source checked Oct 21, 2026

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

**Managing agency**: Jefferson County Parks & Open Space

[Official park information](https://www.jeffco.us/1254)

We have not yet verified hours, entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling.

Check notice timestamps and official updates. Conditions can change between source checks.

## About Lair o’ the Bear Park

A Bear Creek park with picnic areas, fishing access and connections into neighboring mountain parks. Rutabaga Ride is a directional bike-only trail; choose routes for your activity.

## Read before you roam.

[THE FIELD GUIDE

### Choose a trail that is open for your activity

Read partial closures, forest work, alternating-use days and bike-only segments before choosing a Colorado route.

Read the guide](https://colorado-parks.com/guides/trail-closures-and-designated-uses)

## Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 21, 2026.

- [Jefferson County Parks & Open Space](https://www.jeffco.us/964/Parks) · Oct 21, 2026

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